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If electrical contact voltages occur, switch off the device immediately
and have it checked by a qualified electrician.
Always ensure good electrical contacts on the welding current side.
Always wear insulating gloves on both hands during welding
work. These provide protection from electrical shocks (no-load
voltage of the welding current circuit), harmful radiations (heat and
UV radiation) and incandescent metal and splashes of slag.
Wear sturdy, insulating shoes. The shoes should also insulate when
exposed to moisture. Loafers are not suitable as falling incandescent
metal droplets can cause burns.
Wear suitable protective clothing, no synthetic garments.
Do not look into the arc without eye protection; only use a welding
mask with the prescribed protective glass as per DIN.
In addition to light and heat radiation, which can dazzle or cause
burns, the arc also emits UV radiation. Without suitable protection
the invisible ultraviolet radiation can cause very painful conjunctivitis
which is not apparent until several hours later. Furthermore, UV
radiation can cause burns with sunburn-like effects on unprotected
parts of the body.
Any persons in the vicinity of the electric arc or helpers must also
be informed of the dangers and be equipped with the necessary
protective equipment. If necessary, set up protective walls.
Ensure an adequate supply of fresh air whilst welding, particularly
in small spaces, as welding produces smoke and harmful gases.
No welding work may be carried out on containers that have been
used
– for storing gases, fuels, mineral oils or similar – even if they
have been
– empty for a long time – as possible residues may present a risk
of explosion.
Special regulations apply in rooms where there is a risk of fire or
explosion.
Welded joints that are subject to heavy stress loads and are
required to comply with certain safety requirements may only be
carried out by specially trained and certified welders. Examples of
this are pressure vessels, running rails, tow bars, etc.
ATTENTION! Always connect the earth terminal as close as
possible to the point of weld to provide the shortest possible path
for the welding current from the electrode to the earth terminal.
Never connect the earth terminal to the housing of the welder!
Never connect the earth terminal to earthed parts far away from
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